PLAN ELEMENTS WORKSHOP. April 5, 2016

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1 PLAN ELEMENTS WORKSHOP April 5, 2016

2 needs more housing. But there is no one-size fits-all solution. Every neighborhood has its own character. In some places, density is not only appropriate it is badly - Mayor Martin J. Walsh, Chamber of Commerce December, 2014

3 "People want to live in need to shape growth as a community, not let it shape us. That's what residents are doing along the Red Line in South Boston...They're helping us plan vibrant, walkable streets, with affordable homes, diverse businesses, and great open space." - Mayor Martin J. Walsh, State of the City January 19, 2016

4 AGENDA 1. Schedule and Mobility Results 2. Homework 3. Plan Vision & Goals 4. Plan Framework Elements Mobility & Connectivity Land Uses Open Space Height & Density Placemaking & Character 5. Review of Framework Elements at Interactive Stations T Andrew T Broadway

5 PLAN Overview Talk to Us open house July 30, 2015

6 STUDY GOALS & OBJECTIVES Create a VISION, with the community, that establishes GUIDELINES that will result in a comprehensive PLAN informing new ZONING to guide future development. Work with the community to create a shared vision Assess existing conditions Engage in open and informed discussions Determine what to: - PRESERVE and maintain in the Study Area; - ENHANCE and renew/restore/rehab; - GROW with new development in the future.

7 SCHEDULE JULY 30, 2015 Talk to Us Open House SEPTEMBER 14, 2015 Walk and Bike With Us Study Area Tours OCTOBER 1, 2015 Imagine with Us Visioning Workshop OCTOBER 26, 2015 Plan with Us Streets & Blocks, Land Use Workshop NOVEMBER 17, 2015 Design With Us Height & Density, Open Space Workshop DECEMBER 14, 2015 What We Heard Recap/Dialogue Session FEBRUARY 23, 2016 Discuss with Us Mobility & Getting Around Workshop April 5, 2016 Review with Us Elements of Plan & Implementation Strategies May, 2016 Finalize with Us Open House - Presentation of Plan MAY and JUNE, 2016 Final Plan production by BRA staff JUNE and JULY, 2016 BRA staff draft zoning documents JANUARY 27, 2016 Draft with Us Placemaking and Mobility Workshop

8 MOBILITY WORKSHOP February 23, 2016 Part I: Drawing connections Improve D Street for all modes Enhance connectivity to the west, across rails and Interstate highway Improve bike/pedestrian connections north and south to downtown and Moakley Park Walk Bike

without having to transfer downtown Create Track 61 rail connection to South Boston

9 MOBILITY WORKSHOP February 23, 2016 Part I: Drawing connections Create transit connection to South Boston Waterfront Create transit connections to Back Bay/ Fens/Green Line without having to transfer downtown Create Track 61 rail connection to South Boston Waterfront, South End and Back Bay Dorchester Ave and D Street are vehicular priorities Transit Drive

MOBILITY WORKSHOP February 23, 2016 Part II: Analyze Mobility Strategies Discussion of potential impact and level of difficulty to implement mobility

10 MOBILITY WORKSHOP February 23, 2016 Part II: Analyze Mobility Strategies Discussion of potential impact and level of difficulty to implement mobility strategies Part III: Prioritize Mobility Strategies Participants were given dots to place on strategies they felt would have the most desirable impacts

MOBILITY WORKSHOP February 23, 2016 Part III: Prioritize Mobility Strategies Most prioritized strategies: 1. Bus service to South Boston Waterfront 2. Improve Red Line to allow more service 3.

11 MOBILITY WORKSHOP February 23, 2016 Part III: Prioritize Mobility Strategies Most prioritized strategies: 1. Bus service to South Boston Waterfront 2. Improve Red Line to allow more service 3. Track 61 train service to Waterfront, South End and Back Bay 4. Lower minimum parking requirements for developments with trip reduction strategies 5. Cycle track along Old Colony (tied) 5. Bike Network throughout Study Area (tied)

12 Homework Mobility Workshop February 23, 2016

13 HOMEWORK Underway with City and State agencies, consultant Real Estate Market Analysis/Economic Feasibility Consultant Housing Department of Neighborhood Development, Boston Housing Authority, Fair Housing Economic Development Mayor s Office of Economic Development, Office of Business Development Public Financing Treasury, Assessing, Economic Development & Industrial Corporation (EDIC) Public Facilities Boston Public Schools, Boston Public Library, Boston Police Department, Boston Fire Department, Property & Construction Management Open Space - Parks and Recreation Arts & Culture Arts Commission Public Transportation MBTA Transportation Boston Transportation Department, Boston Bikes, MassDOT Public Works Public Works Department, Public Improvement Commission Water Boston Water & Sewer Commission Environment/Sustainability/Climate Change Environment Department, Boston Landmarks Commission, Boston Public Health Boston Centers for Youth & Families Elderly Commission Commission for Persons with Disabilities

14 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR IMPLEMENTATION TOPICS Land Use & Zoning Open Space Mobility & Transportation Placemaking, Arts & Culture Economic Development Public Health Environment/Sustainability People

15 EMERGING RECOMMENDATIONS Placemaking, Arts & Culture Encourage/introduce public art, in a variety of settings, using local artists to beautify, and/or activate a space by creating place Encourage more space for artists and/or artist live/work space; encourage artist and maker space in new developments Support temporary artist ("pop up") uses that can potentially become permanent Work with developers and real estate agents to activate temporary vacant space; build permanent shared arts production space in partnership with local viable arts organizations Bring public art into the development (budget) discussion early

16 EMERGING RECOMMENDATIONS Open Space Create open space in the study area Create a mix of linear, neighborhood and large open spaces Provide open space that is programmed for both active and passive users Work with the City s Parks & Recreation Department on alternate methods (beyond zoning) for creating and funding new open space

17 EMERGING RECOMMENDATIONS Economic Development Support and enhance existing businesses, especially local businesses, within the Corridor Attract new businesses to the Corridor, especially those that complement and support existing local businesses and those of the future Encourage affordable commercial space in new or existing development Ensure existing businesses have access to services (such as training and funding) so they can continue to be viable enterprises

18 EMERGING RECOMMENDATIONS Land Use & Zoning Create new zoning for land uses, dimensions, and design as defined in strategic PLAN: South Boston Dorchester Ave Create new zoning that provides predictable entitlements at base and bonus density levels Use density bonus to require additional public benefits Provide a complete neighborhood over time for multiple uses, various connections, and diverse populations Define gateway zones to encourage Transit Oriented Development (TOD)

19 EMERGING RECOMMENDATIONS Environment /Sustainability Explore creation of a district energy plan among utilities and City entities that showcases new ways of building and sustaining district over time Ensure preparedness for effects of climate change including sea-level rise, heat waves and severe storms through building design Provide adequate open space within new developments through green roofs (i.e. heat reduction and storm water retention) and landscaping

20 EMERGING RECOMMENDATIONS Mobility & Transportation Develop proposed transportation network to City of Boston Complete Streets guidelines Add direct, frequent publically accessible transit from study area to Waterfront along D Street or within South Boston Bypass Road corridor Explore bus operational improvements at Andrew Square and extension of existing routes to serve area Design street system to encourage regional traffic to utilize regional facilities (i.e. I-93 instead of Dorchester Ave or Old Colony Ave) Implement protected intersections for pedestrians and cyclists Promote shared parking concepts; explore maximum parking ratios within zoning Conduct comprehensive transportation analysis with consultant

21 Plan Vision & Goals Imagine with Us workshop October 1, 2015

22 STUDY VISION Based on shared priorities A walkable neighborhood with improved public transportation Walkable sidewalks and bikeable streets Less traffic congestion Cycling opportunities for people of all ages A neighborhood with amenities Retail and other services Civic/Cultural/Art spaces New and varied open spaces A diversity of housing types Live/work opportunities Tall apartment buildings Smaller housing units preserving existing character

23 GOALS OF THE PLAN Present elements of the 21 st Century Mixed Use Neighborhood Provide planning and zoning tools for implementation of the community vision Create predictable benefits for the neighborhood Create a framework for future development

24 PLAN REPORT Table of Contents 1. Introduction / Executive Summary 2. PLAN Workshops & Outcomes 3. Framework Planning Context Mobility & Connectivity Land Uses Open Space Height & Density Placemaking & Character 4. Implementation Urban Design Guidelines Zoning Recommendations Phasing (Short, Mid, Long-Term) Coordination of Development and Benefits 5. Appendices DRAFT Strategic Plan

25 Plan Framework Elements Walk/Bike Tour workshop September 10, 2015

26 Mobility & Connectivity

Complete Streets that will foster an active pedestrian

27 NEIGHBORHOOD SCALE Existing Transit Network In conjunction with redevelopment, create a network of Complete Streets that will foster an active pedestrian environment and allow traffic to be distributed throughout the Study Area.

28 NEIGHBORHOOD SCALE Conceptual Future Connections Create a direct transit connection to the South Boston Waterfront Create a bus connection between Andrew and Broadway T Stations

29 NEIGHBORHOOD SCALE Conceptual Future Connections Create a new cross-town transit connection via the Track 61 corridor to connect to the South Boston Waterfront, South End and Back Bay

30 NEIGHBORHOOD SCALE Conceptual Future Connections Enhance connectivity across the rail corridors and I-93 to the west Improve bike/pedestrian connectivity to downtown and Moakley Park Dorchester Ave and D Street provide important vehicular connectivity

31 NEIGHBORHOOD SCALE Conceptual Future Connections Create a connection down Dorchester Avenue across Fort Point Channel to Summer Street

32 DISTRICT SCALE Dorchester Avenue View North on Dorchester Ave

33 BLOCK SCALE Dorchester Avenue 200 ft 200 ft 30ft 30ft 70ft 70ft Conceptual Drawing of Future Dorchester Ave * R.O.W = Right of Way 90ft R.O.W *

34 BLOCK SCALE Dorchester Avenue 200 ft 200 ft 30ft 30ft 70ft 70ft Conceptual Section** of Future Dorchester Ave * * R.O.W = Right of Way **detailed transportation study will be recommended 90ft R.O.W

35 DISTRICT SCALE Green Corridor (Ellery Extension) View down Alger St towards the tracks

36 BLOCK SCALE Green Corridor (Ellery Extension) 250ft 200ft 10ft 10ft 70ft 70ft Conceptual Drawing of Future Green Corridor * R.O.W = Right of Way 136ft R.O.W *

37 BLOCK SCALE Green Corridor (Ellery Extension) 250ft 200ft 10ft 10ft * 70ft 70ft Conceptual Section** of Future Green Corridor * R.O.W = Right of Way **detailed transportation study will be recommended 136ft R.O.W *

38 DISTRICT SCALE Old Colony Avenue View North on Old Colony Ave

39 BLOCK SCALE Old Colony Avenue 200ft 30ft 70ft 70ft Conceptual Drawing of Future Old Colony Ave * R.O.W = Right of Way

40 BLOCK SCALE Old Colony Avenue 200ft 30ft 70ft 70ft * Conceptual Section** of Future Old Colony Ave * R.O.W = Right of Way **detailed transportation study will be recommended

41 DISTRICT SCALE Service Road Conceptual Drawing of Future Service Road

42 BLOCK SCALE Service Road Rail Corridor 250ft 10ft * 70ft Conceptual Section** of Future Service Corridor * R.O.W = Right of Way **detailed transportation study will be recommended

43 PRECEDENT Harrison-Albany Study LOT COVERAGE To achieve a pedestrian friendly public realm: Limit development footprint to 80% of the lot 20% of the lot to be designed and built to ensure public access or enhance the pedestrian experience

44 PRECEDENT Harrison-Albany Study SET BACK LOT COVERAGE & BUILDING SET BACKS SET BACK

45 Public Street Public Street BLOCK SCALE LOT COVERAGE & BUILDING SET BACKS 50% MAX DEVELOPMENT FOOTPRINT 50% PUBLIC REALM SET BACK FROM PROPERTY LINE FOR SIDEWALK THROUGH BLOCK CONNECTION OPEN SPACE CONTINUOUS STREET WALL ON DORCHESTER AVE No Curb Cuts

46 LAND USES

47 EXISTING LAND USE

Dorchester Ave DISTRICT SCALE Proposed Land Use T Broadway "21st CENTURY INDUSTRIAL" Green and clean technologies - renewable energies, smart grid, fuel cells Creative industries - artist work

48 Dorchester Ave DISTRICT SCALE Proposed Land Use T Broadway "21st CENTURY INDUSTRIAL" Green and clean technologies - renewable energies, smart grid, fuel cells Creative industries - artist work studios, architectural and industrial design, game development Incubators - shared maker spaces for inventors of all kinds and combinations, small scale commercial kitchen spaces, contract or partner brewing Today's uses are different from yesterday's manufacturing New ways to balance and integrate functions of industrial and commercial uses with live/work options Andrew T

49 Dorchester Ave DISTRICT SCALE Proposed Land Use T Broadway Residential Residential + 1 st Floor Retail Mixed Use Mixed Use + 21st Century Industrial Andrew T Open Space

50 DISTRICT SCALE Proposed Land Use Broadway T Andrew T Dorchester St

51 BLOCK SCALE Proposed Land Uses

52 OPEN SPACE

53 NEIGHBORHOOD SCALE Open Space Connections The diagram is conceptual and intended for illustrative purposes only.

54 NEIGHBORHOOD SCALE Open Space Connections The diagram is conceptual and intended for illustrative purposes only.

55 NEIGHBORHOOD SCALE Open Space Connections Bike/Ped Connection The diagram is conceptual and intended for illustrative purposes only.

56 Dorchester Ave DISTRICT SCALE Green Corridor T Broadway The diagram is conceptual and intended for illustrative purposes only. Conceptual Drawing of Future Green Corridor Andrew T

57 Public Street BLOCK SCALE Park and Streets Testing Open Space Public Street Conceptual Drawing of Future Open Space

58 HEIGHT & DENSITY

Dorchester Ave HYBRID CONCEPT 2030 Conceptual Buildout Broadway T Total New Development ~ 12-16M sf Residential uses ~ 6 8M sf Other (office, 21-century

59 Dorchester Ave HYBRID CONCEPT 2030 Conceptual Buildout Broadway T Total New Development ~ 12-16M sf Residential uses ~ 6 8M sf Other (office, 21-century industrial) ~ 5 7M sf Ground Floor Retail and Cultural uses ~ 0.5M 1M sf Andrew T The diagram is conceptual and intended for illustrative purposes only.

60 HYBRID CONCEPT Public Realm Roads & Sidewalks ~ acres Open Space ~ 8-12 acres

61 HYBRID CONCEPT Residential Uses 6 8 M sf of residential uses 6,000 8,000 Residential units 2.3 persons per household ~ 14,000 16,000 people

62 DISTRICT SCALE Base Heights Broadway T Andrew T The diagram is conceptual and intended for illustrative purposes only. Dorchester St

63 DISTRICT SCALE Bonus Heights Broadway T Andrew T The diagram is conceptual and intended for illustrative purposes only. Dorchester St

64 DISTRICT SCALE Bonus Heights Broadway T Andrew T The diagram is conceptual and intended for illustrative purposes only. Dorchester St

65 Placemaking & Character

66 PLACEMAKING STRATEGIES 1. Build streets as places 2. Create squares and parks as multi-use destinations 3. Design buildings to create places 4. Provide opportunities for public art and culture 5. Design places for diverse retail & other community uses 6. Link a public health agenda to a public space agenda Source:

67 NEIGHBORHOOD SCALE Zoning Height Envelope with View Corridors Broadway T Andrew The diagram is conceptual and intended for illustrative purposes only. T Dorchester St Primary View Corridors Secondary View Corridors

68 NEIGHBORHOOD D Street View Corridor Conceptual Drawing of Future D Street The diagram is conceptual and intended for illustrative purposes only.

69 DISTRICT SCALE Neighborhood Character Broadway T The diagram is conceptual and intended for illustrative purposes only. Andrew T Dorchester St

70 BLOCK SCALE Building Massing & Distance between Towers The diagram is conceptual and intended for illustrative purposes only.

71 BLOCK SCALE Block Character

72 BLOCK SCALE Placemaking with Lot Coverage & Setbacks

73 BLOCK SCALE Street Zones* *Boston Complete Streets Streetwall: active and transparent street wall with retail or other public uses Frontage Zone: provides zone for outdoor activities and cafes Pedestrian Zone: reserved for unrestricted pedestrian movement and accessible to all Greenscape/Furnishing Zone: provides space for trees, lights, signage, and bike racks, etc. Cycle Track: bicycle facility physically separated from traffic and pedestrians Curb Zone: provides barrier between traffic and sidewalk activities, can accommodate some signage, meters, bike racks.

74 Mobility & Connectivity Land Uses & Open Space Review of Framework Elements at Interactive Stations Height & Density Placemaking & Character Imagine with Us workshop October 1, 2015

PLACEMAKING & MOBILITY WORKSHOP. January 27, 2016

PLACEMAKING & MOBILITY WORKSHOP January 27, 2016 Boston needs more housing. But there is no one-size fitsall solution. Every neighborhood has its own character. In some places, density is not only appropriate